Documentation and Digitization in Archives
Documentation and Digitization in Archives explores the principles and practices of archival documentation, metadata standards, and digital preservation. The course covers techniques for organizing, cataloging, and managing archival materials, ensuring accessibility and long-term sustainability. It examines digitization workflows, digital asset management, and emerging technologies in archival science. Ethical and legal considerations, including copyright and data protection, are also discussed. This course is ideal for students and professionals interested in archival studies, heritage preservation, and digital humanities.
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COURSE GLIMPSE
The Online Course on Documentation and Digitization in Archives provides a thorough understanding of archives, their types, and their role in preserving vital information. Participants will explore the origins and development of archives in India, their historical importance, and the challenges faced by various records. The course covers key processes like documentation and collection management while introducing digitization and reprography techniques used in archival practices. It emphasizes the significance of digitization, addressing its challenges and ethical considerations. Additionally, participants will learn about emerging trends and career opportunities in the field, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary for professional advancement in archival studies.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
To understand the concept of an archive, different types of archives, and the importance of archives in preserving critical information.
To explore the origin and development of archives in India and understand the significance of archives in the context of history.
To familiarize participants with different types of records found in archives and address the challenges faced by archives.
To introduce the process of documentation and collection management within archives.
To provide knowledge about digitization and reprography techniques used in archives.
To examine the significance and challenges associated with digitization in archives.
To explore ethical considerations in archiving and identify emerging trends and career options in the field.
ABOUT TO THE COURSE
Registration Fee: Refer Addmission Portal
Number of Seats: 50#
(# First cum first serve basis & the online registration form will be disabled after the first 50 slots are filled)
ELIGIBILITY
Students Pursuing / Completed Graduate / Post Graduate / MPhil / PhD / Academicians in the subject Archives or History or any other relevant subject similar to History, Archives, etc.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Duration of the Course : 1 Month
Total Module : 08 Modules
Total Assignments : 04
Main Examination : 01
Lecture Timings : On Sunday & Saturday 19:00 – 20:30 IST
ASSESSMENT SCHEME
The program includes three assignments, each worth a maximum of 30 marks.
The main open-book examination is worth a maximum of 70 marks.
COURSE MODULES
Please refer to Course Flyer